Collection Item

The Taft Tunnel

First common carrier railroad tunnel in the United States north side of Quinebaug River, Lisbon, Connecticut. Completed 1837, first used in 1839. Known as the Taft Tunnel.

Collection of Matthew D. Cosgro

Image > Postcard > Real Photo

Photographer: Unknown. Photographer not identified/noted on item.
Publisher: Unknown. Publisher not identified/noted on item.

Date, Image Taken: Unknown Date
Postmark: Not postally used.

Location, depicts: Lisbon, ConnecticutView Location Details

Subject, Railroad: The New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad CompanyView Railroad Details

Object ID: 9304001117
Recorded: 2021-07-30
Watermark Removal & Reproduction: Available • Request